Avon home features numerous upgrades

“Impressive” is the way Caitlyn Cleary, the co-listing agent with the Diane Barry Team at William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, described the homes at Hunter’s Run, Avon. This sought after condominium community is ideally situated on the east side of Avon, near the West Hartford town line.

“The homes, including this one at 1 Thistle Hollow, offer luxury amenities for today’s discerning buyer. This home is a Villa Townhome model, with an inviting open floor plan”, Cleary said. “There are only two units in each of the buildings in this section of Hunter’s Run. Both benefit from being an end unit.”

“The elegant cathedral ceiling living room has an expansive Palladian window, skylights, and a gas log fireplace flanked with beautiful built-ins,” Cleary said. “The custom millwork trimming the fireplace is truly handsome. Picturesque sunset views and sunlight streams through the large Palladian window, while mature backyard trees offer a feeling of privacy. This is where you will likely spend the majority of your time.”

The living room is open to the formal dining room which can easily seat 12 or more. A dramatic tray ceiling and two columns with faux painting create an elegant space to host holiday gatherings. Beyond the dining room is a den adorned with a wall of windows and a French door leading to the elevated rear deck.

The dining room windows offer views of nature, including bird sightings, while the deck, which is reached from the den, offers additional outdoor living space. It is ideal for al fresco dining or a peaceful cup of coffee.

Adding to this home’s appeal is the sumptuous first floor primary suite. This private retreat is situated in the quiet corner of the home and is enhanced with a cathedral ceiling, large California custom walk-in closet, and a spacious primary bath. Creature comforts in the bath include a radiant heated tile floor, oversized tile shower with dual shower heads, and double vanity.

“The second floor also offers an ensuite bedroom,” Cleary said. “No expense was spared in this bedroom with a large California custom walk-in closet, full bath with shower, and the luxury of a sitting area in the lofted family room. It is a truly delightful private guest quarters.”

In addition to a family room with a home office alcove that features built-in cabinetry, shelves, and two work stations, “the lower level has a day lit bedroom with custom walk-in closet, a full bath with tub and shower, and a bonus room, currently used as a home gym,” Cleary said.

This home, which is still owned by the original owner, received numerous upgrades during construction. Some of which include two separate built-in surround sound systems, lovely faux painting in the dining room and main floor powder room, mylar coatings

“Hunter’s Run offers great amenities and a convenient Avon location, right off Route 44,” Cleary said. “The amenities include a clubhouse with a newly designed boardroom and function room with kitchen that you can rent. Recreation facilities include an indoor heated pool, locker rooms with saunas, fitness room, outdoor patio, and tennis-paddle courts. At the edge of the property walking trails lead up to Heublein Tower, and across from the entry is the 27-hole Blue Fox Run Golf Course with public access.”

“You can move right into this well maintained home that is lived in gently. It represents a rare find in a highly desirable neighborhood and ideal location,” Cleary said.

The dining room’s opening to the eat-in chef’s kitchen enhances traffic flow when entertaining. “Meal preparation is a dream with abundant granite countertops. Premium appliances include a SubZero refrigerator with custom panels matching the cabinets, built-in range, microwave, and dishwasher. The tile backsplash and gleaming hardwood floors add warmth,” Cleary said. “This area is complete with a sun-filled dining area, a large pantry, efficient laundry area and direct access to the two-car garage.”

Stairs to the upper level arrive at a large loft that can be used as a second family room or office. It presents a dramatic view to the living room below, and has a cathedral ceiling, the home’s second gas log fireplace, handsome millwork, and glass door custom built-ins flanking the fireplace. A set of triple casement windows captures big sky views and the lovely side yard.

Abundant closet space in this home is evident with a large cedar closet on this level. “Having the bedrooms spread out on all 3 levels, all with large closets and full bathrooms, makes for a dream layout,” Cleary said. Adding to the home’s appeal, each bedroom has builtin California Closets with built-in safes in the cedar closet and primary bedroom closet.

on windows to prevent sun damage to furniture and flooring, and a full security system. More recent upgrades include a new heating and cooling air handler and compressor, commercial gas hot water heater, LED lighting throughout, and whole house natural gas generator. All the upgrades came to $78,000.

This home takes advantage of the sloped yard to offer a day lit, finished walk-out lower level. “French doors and a wall of windows overlook the backyard setting, creating a welcoming and flexible living space,” Cleary said.

The main entry to this home beckons visitors to enter. Gleaming hardwood floors adorn the first level, adding warmth. The foyer is enhanced with a dramatic elevated ceiling, skylight, and a clear view to the living room.